The killing of Zimbabwe's best known lion sparks outrage over trophy hunting and questions about the Minnesota dentist responsible. Content:Type=News World,Keyword:Detail=cecil the lion,Keyword:Detail=walter palmer,Keyword:Detail=dentist

A popular beach resort along Israel's Dead Sea coast falls victim to sinkholes, which are wreaking havoc on the environment and coastal communities.Content:Type=News World,Keyword:Detail=israel,Keyword:Detail=dea sea,Keyword:Detail=sinkholes

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Archaeologists make an important discovery in identifying four lost founders of the Jamestown colony from the time of early English America over 400 years ago.Content:Type=News World,Keyword:Detail=english america,Keyword:Detail=founders,Keyword:Detail=jamestown colony

VIDEO: Top Afghan leader, Mullah Omar, reported dead

A spokesman for the Afghan government says it is investigating reports that Mullah Omar, the reclusive leader of the Afghan Taleban, may be dead. Content:Type=News World,Keyword:Detail=taleban,Keyword:Detail=mullah omar,Content:Type=News World,Keyword:Detail=taleban,Keyword:Detail=mullah omar

VIDEO: Panda triplets 1st birthday party at Chinese zoo

A zoo in southern China celebrates the one year birthday of panda triplets with a special party. Content:Type=News World,Keyword:Detail=panda,Keyword:Detail=triplets,Keyword:Detail=guangdong

VIDEO: Facebook profits fall

Facebook earnings beat forecasts but profits fell, putting pressure on the stock. The Fed kept rates steady, but left market watchers betting on a September rate hike.Keyword:Detail=facebook,Keyword:Detail=profits,Keyword:Detail=stocks,Content:Type=News Business

VIDEO: Microsoft launches Windows 10

Microsoft's new operating system runs across all platforms from PCs to mobile devices. But an analyst says it won't pull users away from iPhones. Content:Type=Digital LIfe,Keyword:Detail=microsoft,Keyword:Detail=operating system,Keyword:Detail=windows 10

VIDEO: New faces, 'hot' seats

Political parties wasted no time in staking their claims and introducing new candidates over the weekend.Content:Type=News Singapore,Keyword:Detail=general election,Keyword:Detail=workers' party,Keyword:Detail=pap,Keyword:Detail=electoral boundaries,Keyword:Detail=nsp,Keyword:Detail=sda

VIDEO: New SMCs, smaller GRCs for next GE

Two new Group Representation Constituencies - Jalan Besar and Marsiling-Yew Tee, three new Single-Member Constituencies - Bukit Batok, Fengshan and MacPherson have been carved out, but Moulmein-Kallang GRC, Joo Chiat SMC and Whampoa SMC were dissolved under the new electoral boundaries map.Content:Type=News Singapore,Keyword:Detail=electoral boundaries,Keyword:Detail=general election

VIDEO: Politics at 50: The LKY dividend

Founding Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew's death looks to have been the catalyst for voters to see the People's Action Party with new eyes, will this trigger a new wave of electoral support for the ruling party?
Content:Type=News Singapore,Keyword:Detail=rachel chang,Keyword:Detail=politics at 50,Keyword:Detail=general election,Keyword:Detail=lee kuan yew

VIDEO: Shark kills scallop diver off Tasmanian coast

An Australian man is killed by a shark while diving for scallops off the coast of Tasmania.Content:Type=News World,Location:Region=Asia,Content:Category=General,Keyword:Detail=australia,Keyword:Detail=tasmania,Keyword:Detail=scallop diver,Keyword:Detail=shark attack

VIDEO: Australian charged with supporting Islamic State

Australian arrested and charged with supporting Islamic State after voluntarily returning home from Syria.Content:Type=News World,Location:Region=Asia,Content:Category=General,Keyword:Detail=australia,Keyword:Detail=syria,Keyword:Detail=islamic state,Keyword:Detail=isis,Keyword:Detail=arrest

VIDEO: Living in 1965

Although most of them were not born yet in the year 1965, the actors In Daniel Yun's latest movie 1965 got to experience life back then through their characters. The cast talks about an era of high-waist pants, firecrackers, and the tears of Mr Lee Kuan Yew.content:type=Entertainment,content:category=Movies,content:category=Local,location:region=Singapore,keyword:detail=1965,keyword:detail=lky,keyword:detail=lee kuan yew,keyword:detail=lim kay tong,keyword:detail=daniel yun,keyword:detail=riots,content:group=RazorPop

VIDEO: Sezairi does mani-pedis with screen mum Deanna

In local movie 1965, former Singapore Idol Sezairi Sezali plays rookie constable Adi and son to his loving on-screen mum, played by Malaysian actress Deanna Yusoff. Besides being grateful for Deanna's nurturing support, the chatty first-time actor revealed that their rapport extends off-scren - the two of them often go for manicure spas.content:type=Entertainment,content:category=Movies,content:category=Local,location:region=Singapore

VIDEO: How LKT reimagined LKY

Veteran actor Lim Kay Tong plays the much-anticipated role of Mr Lee Kuan Yew in Daniel Yun's latest film 1965. He talks about the things he avoided doing in his portrayal of the iconic first Prime Minister, as well as his honest opinion of the man. content:type=Entertainment,content:category=Movies,content:category=Local,location:region=Singapore,keyword:detail=1965,keyword:detail=lky,keyword:detail=lee kuan yew,keyword:detail=lim kay tong,keyword:detail=lkt,keyword:detail=daniel yun

VIDEO: We go inside 'The Hunger Games' exhibition with the cast

'The Hunger Games' movies haven't even been completed yet, but have already achieved a legendary status. Now there's also an exhibition, where fans can relive and even participate in their favourite scenes.content:type=cover media,content:category=Movies,location:region=Hollywood,keyword:detail=hunger games,keyword:detail=cast

VIDEO: Full theatrical trailer for The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2 released

The full theatrical trailer for the final part of the Hunger Games movie franchise is released online.Content:Type=Lifestyle,Keyword:Detail=hunger games,Keyword:Detail=mockingjay,Keyword:Detail=trailer

It’s a sight one does not often witness at humble, nondescript local kopi joints.
At Nanyang Old Coffee at South Bridge Road last Thursday, Danish soft-rock balladeers Michael Learns To Rock made a grand entrance befitting of their superstar status in Asia.
Lead vocalist-keyboardist Jascha Richter, 52, drummer Kare Wanscher, 46, and guitarist Mikkel Lentz, 47, sauntered in, flanked by an entourage of security personnel and minders.
This intimidating introduction faded away as the guys sat down with M and gamely tried an array of traditional kopi, including kopi o and kopi c, kaya toast and soft boiled eggs. And it was all very new to the Scandinavian musicians.
More at www.tnp.sg/mThe New PaperContent:Type=Lifestyle,Location:Region=Singapore,Content:Category=Makan,Keyword:Detail=makan,Keyword:Detail=singapore,Keyword:Detail=lifestyle,Keyword:Detail=music,Keyword:Detail=michael learns to rock,Keyword:Detail=MLTR

VIDEO: Elvin Ng talks about his school days

Local actor Elvin Ng used to rank in the top 10 of his class in Jurong Primary School.
However, the 34-year-old, who said he became lazy during his secondary school years in Catholic High School, went on to fail his A Levels at National Junior College and had to repeat his second year.
But he says the setback made him a tougher person.
More at www.tnp.sg/mThe New PaperKeyword:Detail=student,Keyword:Detail=school,Keyword:Detail=elvin ng,Content:Category=Celebrities,Location:Region=Singapore,Content:Type=Entertainment

VIDEO: Mike Kasem's brush with racial riots

If you were caught in the racial riots of 1965, how would you react? While local film 1965 cast member James Seah can only imagine the violence, his co-star Mike Kasem recounts his encounter with riots full of "racial hatred" back in Los Angeles 1992.content:type=Entertainment,content:category=Movies,content:category=Local,location:region=Singapore,keyword:detail=1965,keyword:detail=racial riots,keyword:detail=mike kasem,keyword:detail=james seah

VIDEO: Reel vs real: Qi Yuwu as first-time dad

The movie 1965 is Qi Yuwu's first experience acting as a father. In real life, the actor is also expecting a child soon with wife Joanne Peh, who is also in the movie. He talks about the anticipation for his unborn baby, and working with child star Sun Yi En.content:type=Entertainment,location:region=Singapore,content:category=Movies,content:category=Local,keyword:detail=1965,keyword:detail=Qi Yuwu,keyword:detail=Joanne Peh,keyword:detail=father

VIDEO: George Clooney upsets neighbours with security system

George and Amal Clooney have apparently been upsetting the neighbors at their multimillion dollar property in England.content:type=cover media,content:category=Movies,location:region=Hollywood,keyword:detail=george clooney,keyword:detail=amal clooney,keyword:detail=england

VIDEO: Selena Gomez Reveals Title And Release Date Of New Album

Selena Gomez has just confirmed the details for her next album. It’ll be called ‘Revival’, and we have the release date too. Plus the latest from Justin Bieber and Catfish And The Bottlemen.content:type=cover media,content:category=Music,location:region=Hollywood,keyword:detail=selena gomez,keyword:detail=revival,keyword:detail=album,keyword:detail=justin bieber,keyword:detail=catfish and the bottlemen

Comedian Bill Cosby loses his latest legal bid to fend off a lawsuit accusing him of sexually abusing a 15-year-old girl in 1974. Content:Type=Lifestyle,Keyword:Detail=bill cosby,Keyword:Detail=sexual assault

VIDEO: Becoming Mr and Mrs LKY

It's been more than a month since her unfortunate SEA Games gaffe and public apology, but Sharon Au is still struggling to overcome the embarrassing incident. Watch as her LKY Musical co-star Adrian Pang swoops in and saves her from our difficult question - it's telling, how both local actors show much humour and friendship in their synthesis, as they attempt to bring to life the love story of the iconic Mr and Mrs Lee Kuan Yew.content:type=Entertainment,content:category=Local,content:category=Theatre & Stage,location:region=Singapore,keyword:detail=lky musical,keyword:detail=lee kuan yew,keyword:detail=sharon au,keyword:detail=adrian pang,keyword:detail=kwa geok choo

VIDEO: Jennifer Lawrence messes up her scientific tattoo

Hilarious actress Jennifer Lawrence recently explained that her tattoo is a bit of a mess, and she’s well aware that it's not exactly what she was going for.content:type=cover media,content:category=Movies,location:region=Hollywood

VIDEO: Movie Report and interview package: Terminator Genisys

The first two 'Terminator' movies belong - without any doubt in the world - to the biggest all time action classics ever. After that two weaker instalments followed and now a fifth one has just been released. Arnold is back, as are other famous characters like Kyle Reese and John and Sarah Connor. The role of Sarah is played by 'Game of Thrones' star Emilia Clarke.content:type=cover media,content:category=Movies,location:region=Hollywood,keyword:detail=terminator,keyword:detail=genisys,keyword:detail=emilia clarke

VIDEO: Roadside cobbler - A Singaporean Story

In Singapore's ever-changing landscape, certain icons have faded away. In this clip, we track down one such icon, the humble roadside cobbler. Here's what he has to say, in A Singaporean Story.keyword:detail=singaporean story,keyword:detail=a singaporean story,keyword:detail=craft,keyword:detail=vanishing trade,keyword:detail=cobbler,location:region=Singapore,content:category=History,content:type=Lifestyle

VIDEO: SoShiok! Unusual cafe fare at Sunday Market

You won't find your usual Eggs Benedict or French toast at Sunday Market. Instead, you get a choice of rendang lasagna or duck pancake, among other unusual offerings.
We find out how it stacks up to other cafes.content:type=Lifestyle,location:region=Singapore,keyword:detail=so shiok,keyword:detail=shiok,keyword:detail=food,content:category=Food

VIDEO: Apple momentum grows

The trade on Apple after Cannacord said the company got 92 percent of total smartphone profits in Q1, and Soc Gen upgraded the stock, with the "Fast Money" traders.content:type=cnbc,content:category=Tech,content:category=Wealth and the economy,location:region=World,keyword:detail=apple,keyword:detail=stock,keyword:detail=cannacord

VIDEO: NDP show segment traces nation's progress

The three-hour show segment at this year's National Day Parade will trace the progress of Singapore over the past 50 years and look to the future.Content:Type=News Singapore,Keyword:Detail=national day parade,Keyword:Detail=ndp,Keyword:Detail=sg50

VIDEO: Think You Know... Ramadan?

Does an astronaut in space need to fast during Ramadan? Name a few countries where Muslims will fast for more than 20 hours. Let's find out! Test your knowledge of the holy month of Ramadan.content:type=Lifestyle,content:category=History,location:region=Singapore

VIDEO: So Shiok! The wagyu of ducks

Singaporean joint-venture London Fat Duck lays claim to having the "best duck in the world". Can they beat Four Seasons Chinese Restaurant to that title?
The So Shiok team compares the two and chooses their preference.content:type=Lifestyle,content:category=Food,location:region=Singapore,keyword:detail=so shiok,keyword:detail=food,keyword:detail=shiok

VIDEO: Food OD at ODP (New Noms Ep 5)

Kale broth, guacamole risotto, chocolate pistachio souffle...
Overdose on Chef Daniele's creative list of starters, mains and desserts at Open Door Policy (ODP), guaranteed to make you return again and again for more.content:type=Lifestyle,location:region=Singapore,content:category=Food,keyword:detail=new noms

VIDEO: Laowai Not: China is my home

Gireesh Singh Chowdhury, the owner of an Indian restaurant in Beijing, was born in New Delhi, India, but left home when he was eight years old. He grew up in boarding schools and colleges all over the world, but has now lived in China for 10 years. This is his story.Content:Group=This Is Asia,Content:Category=Lifestyle,Location:Region=China,Keyword:Detail=laowai not,Keyword:Detail=indian,Keyword:Detail=restaurant

VIDEO: Local cardists put Singapore on the map

Cardistry, or card flourishing, is a small but booming scene, and local cardistry group The Virts is one of its key players. Co-founder Huron Low talks about this unconventional art form, and shares how The Virts turned their hobby group into a thriving business.
*Catch The Virts on Singapore Stories, premiering on Discovery Channel every Thursday at 9pm, from July 16. “Wild Card” will air on August 6 and episodes will encore daily from August 17-21. content:type=Lifestyle,content:category=Hobbies,location:region=Singapore,keyword:detail=cardistry,keyword:detail=cards,keyword:detail=magic

VIDEO: Five card tricks to impress a girl

Running out of ideas to capture the attention of a special someone? Or just looking for new party tricks? You might want to pick up cardistry, the aesthetic manipulation of playing cards. Huron Low of The Virts shows us five card tricks to make an impression.
*Catch The Virts on Singapore Stories, premiering on Discovery Channel every Thursday at 9pm, from July 16. “Wild Card” will air on August 6 and episodes will encore daily from August 17-21. content:type=Lifestyle,content:category=Hobbies,location:region=Singapore,keyword:detail=cardistry,keyword:detail=cards,keyword:detail=magic

VIDEO: Laowai Not: Living in Beijing changed his art

Living in China has changed the way amateur artist Nathan draws and paints. An art teacher at an international school in Beijing, Nate says he's inspired by the people, the movement, and the energy in Beijing - and since he's a rather 'negative' person, his art is now "more squashed, compact" and have a sense of "claustrophobia and alienation".Keyword:Detail=beijing,Keyword:Detail=art,Keyword:Detail=nathan,Keyword:Detail=laowai not,Location:Region=China,Content:Category=Lifestyle,Content:Group=This Is Asia

VIDEO: A day in the life of a "tasker"

Follow TaskRabbit "tasker" Emily Cherin as she runs errands for a client in NYC, including writing a love letter and delivering a frappucino.content:type=cnbc,content:category=Interviews,location:region=World,keyword:detail=taskrabbit,keyword:detail=tasker,keyword:detail=nyc

VIDEO: iPhone 6s photos leaked

Leaked photos of the brand new iPhone 6s have hit the Internet. What it could mean for the stock? CNBC's Josh Lipton and the FM traders weigh in.content:type=cnbc,content:category=Tech,keyword:detail=iphone,keyword:detail=6s,keyword:detail=leak,keyword:detail=apple

VIDEO: How aging really feels... in a suit

Jennifer Rosenbaum and her team at Genworth Financial have come up with a creative way to help people face the reality of retirement and aging. CNBC's Kelly Evans tries on a cool "aging" suit that looks like something out of a sci-fi flick.content:type=cnbc,content:category=Tech,content:category=Health,location:region=World,keyword:detail=aging suit,keyword:detail=genworth,keyword:detail=retirement,keyword:detail=exoskeleton

VIDEO: 3 big themes in tech for rest of year

CNBC's Josh Lipton looks ahead to trends in the technology industry for the rest of the year, involving tech giants like Apple and Google.content:type=cnbc,content:category=Tech,location:region=World,keyword:detail=apple,keyword:detail=ebay,keyword:detail=paypal,keyword:detail=google,keyword:detail=hp

VIDEO: Internships that pay more than 'real' jobs

Some of these internships pay more than "real" jobs. CNBC's Jane Wells looks at some of the top lucrative internships in America.content:type=cnbc,content:category=Wealth and the economy,location:region=World,keyword:detail=internships,keyword:detail=salary,keyword:detail=glassdoor,keyword:detail=2015

VIDEO: Lifestyles of the Young & Fabulous

Joshua Tan, Jeffrey Xu and Joyce Chu - the young stars of upcoming local movie, Young and Fabulous - share their "young and fabulous" lives with us.content:type=Entertainment,content:category=Local,content:category=Movies,location:region=Singapore,keyword:detail=yougn and fabulous ,keyword:detail=joshua tan,keyword:detail=jeffrey xu,keyword:detail=joyce chu,content:group=RazorPop

VIDEO: Gurmit's Young and Fabulous Years

Local actor Gurmit Singh reveals that despite growing up in a poor family, his teenage years left some indescribably fulfilling memories. Him and actress Quan Yi Fong also share their candid thoughts on being modern parents.content:type=Entertainment,location:region=Singapore,content:category=Local,content:category=Movies,keyword:detail=young and fabulous,keyword:detail=gurmit singh ,content:group=RazorPop,keyword:detail=quan yifeng

VIDEO: Song Ji Eun fashion photo shoot

Song Ji Eun of girl group Secret is looking sweet and sassy in her BNT fashion shoot. The singer recently released her very first solo mini album titled, 25.location:region=Korea,content:category=K-pop,content:type=BNT News International,Keyword:Detail=kpop,Keyword:Detail=song ji eun,Keyword:Detail=secret,Location:Region=Korea

VIDEO: Hong Soo-Ah's BNT fashion photoshoot

VIDEO: The Astronomer - Singaporean of the Day

Singaporean of the day - Jin Peng has been fascinated with astronomy since he was a child. He took his interest further by setting up the Galaxy Astronomy Club, while also helping to set up an observatory at the Woodlands Galaxy Community Club. This is Jin Peng.keyword:detail=science,location:region=Singapore,content:category=people,content:type=singaporeanoftheday

VIDEO: The Paralympic Medalist - Singaporean of the Day

Singaporean of the Day - Laurentia Tan only started horse riding as a form of physiotherapy. Embracing a relentless spirit, she overcame all odds and emerged victorious in the Paralympics. This is Laurentia Tan.content:type=singaporeanoftheday,content:category=home,content:category=people,location:region=Singapore,keyword:detail=sports

VIDEO: The Pioneer - Singaporean of the Day

Singaporean of the day - Mr Ting Chong Teng is the founder of Ponggol Seafood restaurant. He worked as a seaman, factory supervisor and took up additional jobs as a taxi driver to provide for the family. His is one of the many pioneers of Singapore who built a home for generations to come. This is Mr Ting Chong Teng. content:type=singaporeanoftheday,content:category=home,location:region=Singapore,keyword:detail=food

VIDEO: The Greatest Gift - Singaporean of the Day

Singaporean of the Day - Stella is a bone marrow donor and Stacey is a Leukaemia survivor. They are connected through a most precious act of giving - a gift of life between two complete strangers. This is Stella and Stacey. content:type=singaporeanoftheday,content:category=people,location:region=Singapore

VIDEO: A Quick Sketch with Local Artist Andrew Yeo

VIDEO: Clearing a hoarder's flat

A bedridden father, 86, lives in a Jurong flat with his daughter who has a mental disability.
Thier flat is dirty and infested with cockraches which neighbours say are speading to their flats. Social workers helped start the cleaning process.
More at www.tnp.sgThe New PaperContent:Type=News Singapore,Location:Region=Singapore,Content:Category=Housing,Keyword:Detail=hoarder,Keyword:Detail=cockroach,Keyword:Detail=dirty,Keyword:Detail=hoarding,Keyword:Detail=singapore

VIDEO: Birkin’s special request to Hermes

The singer and actress asks the fashion house to remove her name from its croc Birkin bag. Content:Type=Lifestyle,Keyword:Detail=jane birkin,Keyword:Detail=birkin croco,Keyword:Detail=hermes

It’s a sight one does not often witness at humble, nondescript local kopi joints.
At Nanyang Old Coffee at South Bridge Road last Thursday, Danish soft-rock balladeers Michael Learns To Rock made a grand entrance befitting of their superstar status in Asia.
Lead vocalist-keyboardist Jascha Richter, 52, drummer Kare Wanscher, 46, and guitarist Mikkel Lentz, 47, sauntered in, flanked by an entourage of security personnel and minders.
This intimidating introduction faded away as the guys sat down with M and gamely tried an array of traditional kopi, including kopi o and kopi c, kaya toast and soft boiled eggs. And it was all very new to the Scandinavian musicians.
More at www.tnp.sg/mThe New PaperContent:Type=Lifestyle,Location:Region=Singapore,Content:Category=Makan,Keyword:Detail=makan,Keyword:Detail=singapore,Keyword:Detail=lifestyle,Keyword:Detail=music,Keyword:Detail=michael learns to rock,Keyword:Detail=MLTR

VIDEO: Business down at hawker stalls selling raw fish

Find out how stallholders selling raw fish at Chinatown Food Centre have been affected by the restriction on the sale of the dish using certain types of fish.Content:Type=News Singapore,Keyword:Detail=raw fish,Keyword:Detail=yu sheng,Keyword:Detail=Group B Streptococcus,Keyword:Detail=GBS,Keyword:Detail=bacteria infection

VIDEO: SCDF awards 16 for helping to save man pinned under truck

The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) recognised 16 people on Sunday (July 26) for their efforts in helping to rescue South Korean Mr Kim Seong Mo, 35.
One of his legs had gotten pinned under the truck's rear tyre after an accident along the junction of Bendemeer Road and Boon Keng Road on Wednesday (July 22).
Thirteen people were awarded with the certificate of public spiritedness for helping to push the lorry, while three others received a certificate of appreciation for notifying SCDF about the accident.
Content:Type=News Singapore,Location:Region=Singapore,Content:Category=General,Keyword:Detail=accident,Keyword:Detail=SCDF,Keyword:Detail=good smaritan,Keyword:Detail=truck,Keyword:Detail=carry,Keyword:Detail=lift

VIDEO: South Korean actor Bae Yong Joon ties the knot

Hundreds of fans gather to catch a glimpse of South Korean actor Bae Yong Joon as he weds actress Park Soo jin, a former member of the Kpop group Sugar.Content:Type=Lifestyle,Keyword:Detail=bae yong joon,Keyword:Detail=park soo jin,Keyword:Detail=winter sonata

VIDEO: New faces, 'hot' seats

Political parties wasted no time in staking their claims and introducing new candidates over the weekend.Content:Type=News Singapore,Keyword:Detail=general election,Keyword:Detail=workers' party,Keyword:Detail=pap,Keyword:Detail=electoral boundaries,Keyword:Detail=nsp,Keyword:Detail=sda

VIDEO: Cruise says new Mission film isn't just action, there's a story too

Tom Cruise and the cast of Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation premiere the new film in the middle of Times Square in New York. Content:Type=Lifestyle,Keyword:Detail=tom cruise,Keyword:Detail=mission impossible - rogue nation

VIDEO: NDP Fireworks

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VIDEO: Woman in viral video abused frequently

The video of a woman slapping her mother led to police investigations. Get first hand accounts from neighbours and the man who took the video.Content:Type=News Singapore,Keyword:Detail=old woman,Keyword:Detail=abuse,Keyword:Detail=mohammad juani,Keyword:Detail=lower delta road

VIDEO: Panda triplets 1st birthday party at Chinese zoo

A zoo in southern China celebrates the one year birthday of panda triplets with a special party. Content:Type=News World,Keyword:Detail=panda,Keyword:Detail=triplets,Keyword:Detail=guangdong

VIDEO: Turning Point: Violinist overcomes accident and death

When Siow Lee Chin was 15, she played for American violinist Aaron Rosand, not knowing he was recruiting for the world famous Curtis Institute of Music. She became one of Singapore's greatest classical musicians but her journey also saw her struggling with many trials including cancer and a career- threatening accident.Content:Type=News Singapore,Keyword:Detail=it changed my life,Keyword:Detail=siow lee chin,Keyword:Detail=turning point

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In Singapore's ever-changing landscape, certain icons have faded away. In this clip, we track down one such icon, the humble roadside cobbler. Here's what he has to say, in A Singaporean Story.keyword:detail=singaporean story,keyword:detail=a singaporean story,keyword:detail=craft,keyword:detail=vanishing trade,keyword:detail=cobbler,location:region=Singapore,content:category=History,content:type=Lifestyle

VIDEO: How LKT reimagined LKY

Veteran actor Lim Kay Tong plays the much-anticipated role of Mr Lee Kuan Yew in Daniel Yun's latest film 1965. He talks about the things he avoided doing in his portrayal of the iconic first Prime Minister, as well as his honest opinion of the man. content:type=Entertainment,content:category=Movies,content:category=Local,location:region=Singapore,keyword:detail=1965,keyword:detail=lky,keyword:detail=lee kuan yew,keyword:detail=lim kay tong,keyword:detail=lkt,keyword:detail=daniel yun

VIDEO: Reel vs real: Qi Yuwu as first-time dad

The movie 1965 is Qi Yuwu's first experience acting as a father. In real life, the actor is also expecting a child soon with wife Joanne Peh, who is also in the movie. He talks about the anticipation for his unborn baby, and working with child star Sun Yi En.content:type=Entertainment,location:region=Singapore,content:category=Movies,content:category=Local,keyword:detail=1965,keyword:detail=Qi Yuwu,keyword:detail=Joanne Peh,keyword:detail=father

It’s a sight one does not often witness at humble, nondescript local kopi joints.
At Nanyang Old Coffee at South Bridge Road last Thursday, Danish soft-rock balladeers Michael Learns To Rock made a grand entrance befitting of their superstar status in Asia.
Lead vocalist-keyboardist Jascha Richter, 52, drummer Kare Wanscher, 46, and guitarist Mikkel Lentz, 47, sauntered in, flanked by an entourage of security personnel and minders.
This intimidating introduction faded away as the guys sat down with M and gamely tried an array of traditional kopi, including kopi o and kopi c, kaya toast and soft boiled eggs. And it was all very new to the Scandinavian musicians.
More at www.tnp.sg/mThe New PaperContent:Type=Lifestyle,Location:Region=Singapore,Content:Category=Makan,Keyword:Detail=makan,Keyword:Detail=singapore,Keyword:Detail=lifestyle,Keyword:Detail=music,Keyword:Detail=michael learns to rock,Keyword:Detail=MLTR

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Local actor Elvin Ng used to rank in the top 10 of his class in Jurong Primary School.
However, the 34-year-old, who said he became lazy during his secondary school years in Catholic High School, went on to fail his A Levels at National Junior College and had to repeat his second year.
But he says the setback made him a tougher person.
More at www.tnp.sg/mThe New PaperKeyword:Detail=student,Keyword:Detail=school,Keyword:Detail=elvin ng,Content:Category=Celebrities,Location:Region=Singapore,Content:Type=Entertainment

VIDEO: Durian Myths Busted

Can you drink alcohol when you eat durians? Does drinking water from a durian shell get rid of durian breath?
We put a few durian myths to the test.content:type=Lifestyle,content:category=Food,location:region=Singapore,keyword:detail=durian

VIDEO: Mila Kunis Back To Work After Honeymoon

Mila Kunis has been spotted back at work after her honeymoon with husband Ashton Kutcher, and she's sporting her wedding band!content:type=cover media,content:category=Movies,location:region=Hollywood,keyword:detail=mila kunis,keyword:detail=ashton kutcher,keyword:detail=honeymoon

VIDEO: Becoming Mr and Mrs LKY

It's been more than a month since her unfortunate SEA Games gaffe and public apology, but Sharon Au is still struggling to overcome the embarrassing incident. Watch as her LKY Musical co-star Adrian Pang swoops in and saves her from our difficult question - it's telling, how both local actors show much humour and friendship in their synthesis, as they attempt to bring to life the love story of the iconic Mr and Mrs Lee Kuan Yew.content:type=Entertainment,content:category=Local,content:category=Theatre & Stage,location:region=Singapore,keyword:detail=lky musical,keyword:detail=lee kuan yew,keyword:detail=sharon au,keyword:detail=adrian pang,keyword:detail=kwa geok choo

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View the pages of The Straits Times over the last 170 years, from the days when Singapore was an entrepot trading settlement in the 1800s, to the cosmopolitan city it is today. The multimedia exhibition showcases Singapore's history through the lens of The Straits Times, which celebrates its 170th anniversary this month. Content:Type=News Singapore,Keyword:Detail=st170,Keyword:Detail=Singapore STories: Then, Now, Tomorrow,Keyword:Detail=the straits times,Keyword:Detail=exhibition

VIDEO: Movie Report and interview package: Terminator Genisys

The first two 'Terminator' movies belong - without any doubt in the world - to the biggest all time action classics ever. After that two weaker instalments followed and now a fifth one has just been released. Arnold is back, as are other famous characters like Kyle Reese and John and Sarah Connor. The role of Sarah is played by 'Game of Thrones' star Emilia Clarke.content:type=cover media,content:category=Movies,location:region=Hollywood,keyword:detail=terminator,keyword:detail=genisys,keyword:detail=emilia clarke